Workshops and virtual retreats

Learn to use The Geochemist's Workbench® like a pro with training from Aqueous Solutions, the people who make the software. Your time is valuable—let us get you up and running quickly!


I loved the workshop! It was just the right combination of instruction plus hands‑on.

– Karen Kinsella, GZA GeoEnvironmental

Thank you for the amazing workshop! The presentations and hands-on exercises were tremendously helpful. I enjoyed it!!!

– Claudia Cardona, Florida International University

The execution of the workshop was outstanding! The software itself is great—most of what I need in one place.

– Harsev S., Environmental Engineering Student, USA


 2025–2026 Virtual Retreats

2026 virtual retreat

Immerse yourself with like-minded colleagues from around the world to learn the ins and outs of geochemical modeling at a Virtual Retreat.

Each instructor-led, hands-on retreat spans three or four half-day sessions and gives you a detailed look at how you can apply the latest modeling techniques in your work.

In 2026, we will offer three Retreats:

Whether you're a beginner or expert, don't miss these opportunities to hone your skills!

I had the best time during the workshop! I am 100% convinced all my models will be done in GWB from now on!

– Thais Lamana, Golder Associates

Featured workshop—Build Your Own Reactive Transport Model

ChemPlugin workshop

Learn to use the amazing ChemPlugin self-linking software object to create your own reactive transport code!

Working in Python, you'll build a series of progressively more complex client programs, from simple titration models to a full-featured reactive transport simulator!

For details or to register, please visit the workshop webpage.

I loved the [geochemical modeling] workshop! In the future I would really like to take the reactive transport course.

– Ryan Davis, Colorado State University


Events

Please join us for one or all of our instructor-led hands-on workshops:

Workshop 2025–2026 dates Time Register
Fall 2025 Virtual Retreat
Reactive Transport Modeling
October 27–30 13:00–16:30 (UTC) Sold out!
Special Retreat
Build Your Own Reactive Transport Model
February 24–26 14:00–17:30 (UTC) Register
Spring 2026 Virtual Retreat
Geochemical Reaction Modeling
April 27–30 13:00–16:30 (UTC) Register
Fall 2026 Virtual Retreat
Reactive Transport Modeling
October 27–29 13:00–16:30 (UTC) Register

Thank you for the GWB workshop—it was perfect! The tasks made the learning process really easy.

– Yuchen Liu, University of Illinois

As someone inexperienced in both transport and modeling, I found that the course content was made very easy and transparent.

– Eline Feenstra, University of Fribourg

Thanks again for a great course! I really learned a lot and am looking forward to putting it into practice.

– Andrew Wigston, Natural Resources Canada


Schedule your own!

Organizing an online workshop exclusively for you and your colleagues is easy and inexpensive. Please visit our training page for information.

Self-paced training

The GWB Online Academy offers free self-paced training in all aspects of geochemical modeling. Arrive as a beginner, leave an expert!

Hosts and sponsors

We present workshops around the world through collaboration with our hosts and sponsors. We thank them for their efforts and hospitality.